We Provide Hope
To Those in Need

Help us create a better today for cancer warriors undergoing chemo.

We Need Your Help

Beyond Basic Needs is committed to providing essential Chemo Care Kits to those in need.

Currently, we are out of stock due to overwhelming demand. However, we are actively fundraising to replenish our supply and resume shipping.

Your support is crucial. By making a donation, you directly contribute to our mission of providing comfort and care to individuals undergoing chemo treatments.

Our Mission

We founded Beyond Basic Needs to give loved ones a tangible way to support someone facing a cancer diagnosis. Our mission is to turn care into action, providing an easy and meaningful way for support networks to uplift and comfort those in treatment.

For Cancer Warriors undergoing chemotherapy, we provide Chemo Care Kits. We believe these kits inspire, uplift, and help our community thrive during this challenging time.

Beyond Basic Needs is powered by heart—our board are all volunteers. Every dollar you give goes directly into creating and delivering these kits, bringing comfort and hope to someone fighting through the toughest days of their life. Your generosity makes an immediate, tangible impact—because no one should feel alone in their battle.

By The Numbers

Since day one, we’ve packed each chemo care kit with intention, compassion, and the goal of easing the burden of treatment — if only for a moment.

1550+

Cancer Warriors Supported

50

U.S. States + D.C.

4

Volunteer Board Members

We’re not just focused on numbers—we’re driven by names, stories, and the real people behind them, each navigating some of the most challenging chapters of their lives.

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Chemo Care Kits

A Chemo Care Kit is designed for cancer warriors undergoing chemotherapy. Each kit contains a port pillow, comfy socks, lip balm, and a variety of goodies that these warriors deserve.

A Port Pillow protects the port from the seat belt.

What People Are Saying About Our Chemo Care Kits

At Beyond Basic Needs, we meet cancer warriors where they are on their journey. Our Chemo Care Kits support cancer warriors through their treatments.

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It means so much to know that this kind of care and community exists. I’m so grateful for you and the heart behind your mission.

April
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So thankful for what you are doing for the cancer community.

Wendy
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Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this kind gift.

Margo
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Thank you for sending me the chemo care kit, and it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your generosity, it comes at a time when I’m feeling low.

Betty
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My daughter is 18 years old. She has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. She is newly diagnosed and is overwhelmed by chemo and targeted therapy, then she will have radiation and surgery. The treatment is so aggressive and hard on her. Her world has been flipped upside down. A few weeks ago, she had two credits left to graduate. I was looking for something like you do a comfort care package of little things to help her and lift her up.

Kristin
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I’m so blessed to have seen this page. Thank you so much for helping out the community.

Sandy
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I received my bag, and I love the items. I have a lot of nausea and tried the ginger chew, and it helped, and the peppermint tea was helpful as well. Little things mean a lot. Thank you.

Julie
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I have been struggling lately! Helps having something good to look forward to.

Jerolyn
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My first chemo treatment was this past Monday, April 7, for Breast Cancer, and all went according to plan. Thank you for all YOU do for cancer patients. It takes a special calling to start something like this up and to maintain it. I am sure it will help brighten the inevitable dreary days ahead that I may be facing, so I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Jennifer
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Thank you for the kit. It is greatly appreciated.

Brittany
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I received my kit shortly after my first chemo treatments. I was able to use every item. They bring light into the darkness.

Donna
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I just received my kit in the mail. It brought a smile to my face. Thank you for your generous gift of love.

Carla
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The chemo care kit had very useful and clever items, and all items were carefully and thoughtfully chosen to provide comfort and beauty. A specialized note was included that felt personal and life-sharing. I packed them into my “cancer bag” that I take everywhere with me. Thank you so much, Beyond Basic Need,s for bringing cheer and kindness to someone you may never meet; yet, you are a positive part of my breast cancer journey!! What a blessing!!!

Jennifer
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Thank you so much for reaching out—and for the incredible work you’re doing through Beyond Basic Needs. I’m truly touched by your generosity and the support you’re offering to those of us going through this journey.

April
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What you are doing is so beyond beautiful

Sonia
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I received my package and love everything. It means a lot to me that someone like you cares for cancer patients like me. Little things like this kit encourage me to believe there is hope. My cancer isn’t curable, but it’s treatable.

Christine
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I received the package yesterday when I came home from getting chemo. Perfect timing.

Sarah
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I received my bag, and I love the items, I have a lot of nausea and tried the ginger chew, and it helped, also the peppermint tea was helpful as well. Little things mean a lot. Thank you.

Julie
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I reached out to many organizations looking for any kind of support/advice to help me as I started the breast cancer journey. The only one to reach out was Beyond Basic Needs. They send me a wonderful support package filled with very nice necessary items. They brought me joy in a time of darkness. When I am financially able to donate, I will as I feel this organization truly cares. I have another year and a half to go until my treatments are done and I never realized how expensive cancer treatments are. I hope they work.

Donna T.
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A great support group. They make an impact on many lives. Highly recommended.

Jackie H
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I received a care package with a little bit of every thing I will need. Thank you so much!! Made my day!!

Debbie B
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Thank you very much for everything you do to help and inspire people who need it most

Wynn
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Thank you for sending me a Chemo Care Kit! It really warms my heart during such a challenging time. Living with cancer has its tough days, & with the added stress of financial struggles, your thoughtful gift means the world to me; I feel blessed to receive such kindness & support, & it just goes to show how much good people can do for each other. Thank you all so much!

Chanel 
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I just received my package and cried happy tears. Y’all somehow discovered my darkest day and brought light. Thank you so much!!!!

Rachael
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Thank you so much for all you do. You make the world a brighter place.

Jessica
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I was surprised by how fast it was received, and it included almost everything he would need for his treatment. Thanks so much for putting a smile on his face during such a hard time in his life.

Melissa
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I’ve been struggling with depression during treatment for CML & these heartfelt gifts have really lifted my spirits & gave me something to look forward to! Thank you again & God bless!

Sarah
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My prayers and wishes are for God’s Light to shine upon you. I would appreciate you keeping me in your prayers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Gale
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We are seniors on a fixed income, and we cannot afford to purchase any extras. I Thank You from the bottom of my heart for caring. God Bless You.

Anna
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I am so grateful to have been a recipient of one of these lovely chemo care packages. There were even some unexpected gifts like a journal, a cute pair of socks, and a port pillow for car rides. I cannot thank you enough for offering this very special service to people like me fighting cancer! I feel so much less alone being thought of.

Nicole
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Thank you for doing this for us. This is truly a blessing.

Sharon
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I got my Chemo Care Kit, and it felt like I am being loved and taken care of by your team! It made my day!

Josalee
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What you do for those of us going through such a big hurdle is amazing. We are grateful!

Sam
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Thank you immensely. As a warrior myself, I know firsthand how special and uplifting these can be!

Dina
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I’m recently diagnosed and actively in treatment. I really appreciate the thoughtfulness which brightened my day. Learning to take care of myself a little more every day with your help. I love everything in my Chemo Care Kit!

Chanda
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I hope everyone knows they are not fighting alone.

Melissa
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I received my package and want to Thank You from the bottom of my heart. I was having a bad day, and receiving the package put a smile on my face and lifted my spirits. Again Thank you so much for your love and support!!

Alecia
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I got my Chemo Care Kit package today. Thank you so much. Every item was so thoughtful. I appreciated each one and I appreciate what you do for cancer patients. Thank you again.

Linda
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The honest care that I received from them was wonderful. they gave me much-needed advice and I no longer felt alone. they customized their program to things I needed and were just beautiful to speak with. I have had the most wonderful time knowing that I have this kind of support.

Tammy
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Thank you for being a light in the darkest moments, reminding me that I am not defined by this disease and that I have the strength to face what’s ahead. The impact you’ve had on my life is something I will carry with me forever.

Chloe
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Thank you SO MUCH for this Chemo Care Kit!! It’s so special and thoughtful, I Love it and all of y’all who donated.

Patricia
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I just wanted to say thank you very much for my beautiful Chemo Care Kit. Everything was so nice. It means a lot especially when your birthday’s coming up and you are alone.

Lynda
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I just want to thank you so much. Your kindness lifts my spirits and is just as important as the wonderful gifts you have sent. You have guided me to several wonderful resources as well; thanks for being there for me. You have been a huge part of my healing after my breast cancer surgeries and treatments.

Tammy
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I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart, I am so blessed to have an organization like yours reaching out to people like us who know they are dying, but this act of kindness is so appreciated. God Bless your continued work.

Timothy
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Thank you very much. This put a smile on my face. Thanks for thinking of me. I appreciate the kindness of your heart very much!!

Lang
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Thank you so much, I was just sitting here crying and opened your email so I really appreciate it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Juliane
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I received by package from Beyond Basic Needs today. I am so happy and thank you for all the stuff, especially the chemo port pillow and the temporary eye browse. Thank you Beyond Basic Needs, truly appreciate it.

Pratima
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This makes me cry because you have actually been through this yourself, and what an amazing soul you are. Thank you, I needed a bright light today, and you are one.

Lisa
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I am so thankful for the gift box Beyond Needs generously provided me. It brought such delight to me and nourished my soul. Thank you for your generosity and support in helping me along this journey.

Amy B
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Thank you so very much for helping this newly diagnosed, scared cancer patient.

Cynthia

Make An Impact Today

Chemo Care Kits

Support Cancer Warriors Undergoing Chemo

Each donation of just $25 buys a kit that contains a pillow, comfy socks, lip balm, and a variety of goodies that these warriors deserve.

If you would like to request a Chemo Care Kit, click here.

A Message From Our Founder

I’m Rachel Minion, the co-founder of Beyond Basic Needs.

I was diagnosed with Cancer of the Appendix seven years ago in my mid-thirties. The minute you hear the word cancer, your life changes in ways only a cancer warrior can describe. Not only did it change for me, but for my entire support network.

After I recovered, I dedicated my life to helping other cancer warriors and friends in my support network.

In our attempt to change the world, my husband and I created Beyond Basic Needs to help our community thrive.

Rachel Minion

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We are grateful for our donors whose generous support enables us to continue making a positive impact for cancer warriors across the United States.

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